Brazier of Sultan al-Malik al-Muzaffar Shams al-Din Yusuf ibn 'Umar, second half 13th century


Brazier of Sultan al-Malik al-Muzaffar Shams al-Din Yusuf ibn 'Umar, second half 13th century, From Egypt, Brass; cast, chased, inlaid with silver and black compound, H. 13 7/8 in. ( cm), Metal, Braziers served as portable grills and heaters. The lionheaded knobs with rings provided receptacles for handles to transport the heated unit, while the confronted dragon heads on each side functioned as spit brackets


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